-57%

est. 2Y upside i

Series B

Parabola is an AI workflow builder that makes it easy to organize and transform messy data from anywhere—even PDFs, emails, and spreadsheets—so you can automate the work you thought would always be manual. Teams at fast-moving companies like Brooklinen, On Running, and Flexport use Parabola to save hundreds of hours and finally take on the projects that used to feel out of reach.

Rank

#1065

Sector

Automation/Workflow Software

Est. Liquidity

~4Y

Data Quality

Data: Medium

Parabola presents a Strong Upside opportunity, driven by its exceptional 300% YoY growth in the large and expanding automation software market.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Bull (20%)+300%

Parabola successfully leverages its AI capabilities and specialized focus on complex data workflows to differentiate from competitors, expanding into new high-value enterprise segments. This drives sustained rapid growth, pushing ARR to over $36M by 2028 and justifying a $900M+ valuation at a premium multiple, leading to a strong acquisition or IPO.

Base (35%)+140%

Parabola maintains its strong growth trajectory, albeit with some moderation due to competitive pressures, growing ARR to approximately $36M by 2028. It secures its position in the mid-market for data workflow automation, leading to an exit valuation around $540M, providing a solid return for early investors and employees.

Bear (45%)-55%

Dominant incumbents like Microsoft Power Automate and well-funded competitors like Zapier intensify their focus on Parabola's niche, leading to significant pricing pressure and market share erosion. Growth stalls, and the valuation multiple compresses, resulting in an exit valuation of approximately $101M, significantly impacting common stock value due to liquidation preferences.

Est. time to liquidity~3.5 years

Preference Stack Risk

moderate

Investors hold $34.3M in liquidation preferences, representing approximately 15.2% of the estimated $225M valuation.

Dilution Risk

moderate

As a Series B company, Parabola will likely undergo 1-2 more funding rounds, leading to further dilution for common shareholders.

Secondary Liquidity

none

There is no indication of active secondary markets or tender offers for Parabola's shares at this stage.

Other — 8 roles

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Last updated: February 17, 2026

Questions to Ask at the Interview

Strategic questions based on Parabola's data — designed to show you've done your homework.

  • 1

    “Given the strong competition from established players like Microsoft Power Automate and Zapier, what is Parabola's core strategy to maintain its differentiation and capture market share, particularly in its specialized niche of complex data workflows for non-technical teams?”

  • 2

    “With an ARR of ~$9M and 300% YoY growth, how does Parabola plan to scale its operations and customer acquisition efficiently over the next 2-3 years, especially considering the recent reduction in employee count to 35?”

  • 3

    “As a Series B company, what is the anticipated timeline and strategy for a liquidity event (e.g., IPO or acquisition) for employees, and how does the company plan to manage potential future dilution?”

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